Seven Steps for Impeccable Auto Glass Replacement
A broken windshield on your vehicle should be addressed immediately if you want to bring your car back on the road and be able to drive it. We, at CGT Auto Glass Replacement, will easily handle any auto glass replacement task, as soon as you consider calling for our professional assistance. However, we feel the need to let you know how to properly address any windshield replacement. Through reading this blog, you will learn the seven steps that will ensure your new piece of auto glass will be fitted correctly. Keep reading if you are interested.
Step Number One: Remove the Trim
Make sure the trim around your windshield is removed carefully. A professional, such as any at our company in Houston, TX, could deal with the task without doing that. So, we leave it to you to decide – if it makes you feel more comfortable, then feel free to do so.
Step Number Two: Remove the Old Windshield Glass
You can cut the windshield with a specially designed removal tool. You can also use a guitar string or a thin wire.
Typically, the most affordable way to do this is by utilizing an eighteen-inch Urethane Cut-Out Knife, which usually our technicians use. As you cut out the windshield, make sure you do it carefully, so you do not damage the pinch weld.
Step Number Three: Remove the Old Urethane
For this step, you can use a heavy-duty glass scraper blade. After you are done with that, make sure you clean any dirt or debris that is left on the frame, without leaving any for the new urethane application.
Step Number Four: Prime the Pinch Weld
The primer can help by prohibiting rust when gluing the urethane to the window channel, especially if there are any scratches. Make sure you apply the urethane primer following the edge of the windshield.
Step Number Five: Apply a New Bead of Urethane
Start by properly installing the urethane cartridge to the caulk gun and then carefully lay the bead of urethane. Try keeping the bead in a straight line. Avoid any stops while moving your hand at a consistent speed. Make sure you don’t miss any spots.
Step Number Six: Install the New Windshield
If you have decided to carry out the auto glass replacement project on your own, then you should utilize heavy-duty suction cups to handle the application of your new windshield. Make sure you also have a second person to help you out. Place your new windshield and push it via your palm all around the windshield glue.
Don’t wait to install your new windshield for too long, especially if you have already applied the urethane to the car. The sooner your windshield is installed, the better.
It is absolutely fine to adjust your windshield upon placing it, only if you keep it to a minimum.
If you find this blog helpful for your auto glass replacement project, go right ahead and DIY. If you, however, feel like this is too much for you to handle, be sure to contact our company at (281) 610-3542 for professional service. We look forward to hearing from you. Give us a call today!